OTCB Podcast

This week on the Off the CrosseBar Podcast we check back in with the Big Boss Man- the NLL Commissioner, Brett Frood.Last time we spoke with Frood it was pre-season and there was a lot of hype and excitement leading up to the season. Now that we're halfway through, we wanted to get his thoughts on how things are going. There's no shortage of topics- from viral clips, league stability, rule changes and reviews, and of course merchandise. Frood is open and honest throughout our conversation and understands the frustration of fans. He's doing all he can to keep this ship going froward in a positive trajectory.It's an incredibly in-depth conversation we know fans will enjoy. So sit back, relax and enjoy this week's OTCB.

This week on the Off the CrosseBar Podcast we're joined by friend of the program and the NLL's top netminder, Brett Dobson of the Georgia Swarm.After an opening night loss, the Swarm have won 5 of their last 7 games largely in part to Dobson's outstanding play between the pipes. One of the game's best goalies in either discipline, Dobson has put the NLL on notice that he means business. He's also very focused on his chances to play in the 2028 LA Olympics as a member of Team Canada and will do everything he can to be there; hopefully alongside his sister.The Rylan Hartley hit was all anyone was talking about after week 10, so we'll give out thoughts on the matter as well as some other story lines from last week. But, week 11 will be just as busy with 6 games all on Saturday night. We'll get you set for that plus answer your questions and give you another chance to win with CoolBet. All that and more, coming up on this week's OTCB.

This week on the Off the CrosseBar Podcast we go After Dark, with our main man Tino Fera.You may have seen him calling BC Jr A game, the Founders and even the off NLL game- that's cause Fera is one of the brightest up and coming stars of the broadcast world. Now, he's the host of the Vancouver Warriors Podcast and continues to pump out great content talking all things lacrosse.A quiet week 9 still gave us plenty to talk about but not as much as week 10 will, as all 14 teams are in action with some teams facing near do-or-die matchups.We answer your questions in the Mail Bag and give you another great chance parlay with CoolBet.All that and more on this week's OTCB.

This week on the Off the CrosseBar Podcast we welcome back good Victoria boy, Zach Manns from the Saskatchewan Rush.Winners of their last five games, the Rush are playing like a team that's eager to right the wrongs of last year and Manns is doing his part emphatically. More so, he's been taking it out some of this childhood friends and former teammates from Victoria. Week 8 in the NLL was a wild but not one without plenty of controversy. Rule 67.16 continues to be a major issue and it's still unclear what is and isn't a penalty. So we'll dive deeper into the situation and answer your questions about the return to Edmonton in this week's MailBag.A quiet week 9 but for a couple teams, we might be getting into must win territory after some slow starts. We tease a couple exclusive prop bets and parlays with the Polar bears and a whole lot more. This week, on OTCB.

This week on the Off the CrosseBar Podcast we welcome back your favorite podcasters favorite lacrosse player, Ryan Smith of the Rochester Knighthawks.After winning a Gold with Team Canada in 2024, a Mann Cup in 2025 and a Mann Cup MVP- it's safe to say the he's playing the most elite ball of his career. Coming off two wins last weekend, Smith and the KHawks are putting the league on notice that they're for real this year.Despite a late arrival from Pat, the boys recap week 7, answer your hot-takes and mail-bag questions then get you set for a wild week 8. The league returns to Edmonton and a TSN Double Header highlights the week, and we'll break it all down for you.Plus another OTCB Exclusive bet thanks to the Polar Bears. All that and more, this week on OTCB.

This week on the Off the CrosseBar Podcast we're live from Ottawa why not bring back The Big Dawg- Ashley Docking- from the NLL on TSN.Docking brings incredible knowledge and insight to every broadcast and this week on the show, she didn't disappoint. From Vibes to Baddies and everything in between, you're not gonna want to miss this interview. An entertaining week 6 leads into a wild week 7 as we're now a third of the way through the season. Is Pat Kavanaugh a ROTY Finalist? Will the final two games between San Diego and Las Vegas decide the playoffs? We dive deep into the conversation, as well as the mailbag.We'll give away some prizes and check in with the Polar Bears all this week, on OTCB

This week on the Off the CrosseBar Podcast we welcome the newest member of the Colorado Mammoth - Jack Hannah to the show. After a short holdout period, Hannah was finally moved from the Desert Dogs to the Mammoth where he could be closer to his business at The Lacrosse Den. This wasn't about money, it wasn't about unhappiness- it was strictly business and there are no hard feelings.One of the brightest up and coming stars of our game, is doing all he can to ensure the future of lacrosse is just as bright. Not just teaching box, not just teaching field but creating talented hybrid athletes that, like him, will be effective at all disciplines. Week 6 is here so we'll break down the action, answer you questions and give you some New Year Resolutions. Plus we check in with the Polar Bears for the first time in 2026.All that and more on this week's OTCB.

This week on the OTCB Podcast we go live on YouTube for another episode of OTCB After Dark.With the holiday schedule, we come to you a little earlier than normal after a very wild week 4. The Goalie battle between Harley and Damude made headlines across the sports, but what the hell sparked it?Speaking of goalies, they've been setting an incredible precedent with the amount of shots they're stoping, so should the NLL think about shrinking the pads or is that just an early season drought for the shooters. We'll answer your questions, set up a tasty week 5 and give you a Goalie Union exclusive parlay with the Polar Bears. All that and more on this week's OTCB Podcast.

This week on the Off the CrosseBar Podcast, we welcome back friend of the show - the GM and Head Coach of the Ottawa Black Bears, Dan MacRae.This past Friday night, MacRae made history- or so we believe- become the first person in NLL History to have scored the first game winning-goal as a Captain in franchise history then to go on and win a game a that franchise's Coach and GM. Not something he had on this bingo card. MacRae's group is still young but he's done an incredible job surrounding not only his super-star Captain, but himself with people that make his job easier. It was a busy week 3 and the Goalie Union is making an early statement. We'll answer your questions and get your set for an interesting week 4 in the NLL. Plus give you another chance to earn some more Xmas money with the Polar Bears.All that and more on this week's OTCB.

This week on the Off the CrosseBar Podcast we're joined by friend of the program and proud Bills Mafia member, Joe Resetarits of the Philadelphia Wings. The Wings are one of three teams yet to play a game this season but the extra few weeks of practice have helped this young team come together. Resetarits, entering his 12th season, has been a different player since the Covid break and while he may not have many years left, he's continuing to enjoy every moment. Week 2 was a quiet one but there's still lots to discuss, so we'll answer your questions in this week's Mail Bag. Week 3 however will see all 14 teams take to the turf.The Polar Bears give us another great boosted number for BoxBets and don't forget to keep entering for a chance to join us in Edmonton next month. All that and more coming up on OTCB.

This week on the Off the CrosseBar Podcast we welcome back friend of the show, and newest Captain of the Calgary Roughnecks- Eli Salama.There was a much different look and feel at Roughnecks camp this year, as a new chapter begins in Alberta but that's not slowing down Salama and company. They see the power-rankings, they see all the chirps... Roughnecks vs the World is here and now. We'll answer your questions in this week's Mailbag, give props to Dane Dobbie and talk about the importance of controlling the controllables.Plus another exclusive BoxBet with the Polar Bears and more. All this week on OTCB.

This week on the Off the CrosseBar Podcast we go live on our brand new YouTube channel, ahead of the opening games of the season. Before the action gets going we have to talk about the wizardry performed by Bandits GM, Steve Dietrich , who manipulated his roster at the deadline in ways we've never seen before. AND he somehow acquired Mitch de Snoo.We'll set up all four games in week 1, as the Oshawa FireWolves are set to play in front of a packed house in their new den on TSN and NLL+.Chat asks the questions in the OTCB Mailbag, we give our dark-horses for end of the year awards and toss out our final hot-takes.Oh and don't forget about BoxBets were we give you an exclusive boosted prop-bet for week 1.All that and more on this week's OTCB Podcast.

This week on the Off the CrosseBar Podcast we welcome back Mr Luxurious, Mitch Belisle. And he may have set the bar too high for future guests.After an appearance at the Hawaii Invitational and a leisurely marathon around NYC, Belisle helps us finish off our team previews before things get going for real next week. We talk about his respect and relationship with Swarm HC Eddie Comeau, does Connor Fields need to be as good as he was last year and he gives us a very interesting hot take. Plus, we answer some of your questions, recap last weekend's exhibition games and take a loot some week 1 odds with the Polar Bears.All that and more on this week's OTCB.

This week on the Off the CrosseBar Podcast, we welcome our good friend Danny “Dimes” Lomas.After stepping away from his playing career, Lomas started the transition to the media side of things and became a big part of the success of The Back of the Bird Podcast. This past September, he made his NLL+ debut as part of the NLL Draft broadcast — and was a natural!Like we did with Brad Challoner last week, we'll tee up Dan with the four Eastern Canadian teams to see what he has to say. It's a very insightful conversation with a few hilarious stories and some wise words.We answer your questions in the OTCB Mailbag, chat about some early preseason thoughts, and of course check in with the Polar Bears.All that and more on this week's OTCB.

This week on the Off the CrosseBar Podcast we welcome NLL on TSN analyst and host of "Coaches Calls", Brad Challoner. A busy lacrosse dad, Challoner is just as excited as the rest of us to get the new season going. So we'll dive into some team previews with Brad as we get his perspective one some very important questions.We'll open up the mailbox for the first time, answering some of your questions as there's still so many mysteries as we approach Face-off weekend.There's just three weeks left for teams decide their final rosters so pre-season games will be vital and thankfully for everyone- NLL+ will be broadcasting a few of them.A quick check in with the Polar Bears and more on this week's OTCB.

This week on the OTCB Podcast; after a long drawn put CBA negotiations NLL Commissioner Brett Frood is, like all us fans and players, ready to get the season started.There wasn't much of an off season for Frood, the Owners and the NLLPA. What with dealing with the Knighthawks, FireWolves and Wings situations- but with all that behind us, it's time to play some lacrosse. Frood discussion some of the labour talks, the Unboxed initiative, major TV deals and more.It's the first show of the season so we slowly get ourselves back into "game shape". We'll check in with the Polar Bears over at CoolBet and set you up for the next few weeks leading up to the season opener in Oshawa.All that and more on this week's OTCB.

This week on the OTCB Podcast we welcome friend of the show, back to back to back Champ and newly named Finals MVP- the Buffalo Army Knife- Ian MacKay. Fresh off a third straight NLL Title, MacKay is still in the fog of cloud 9 after a few days of well deserved celebrations. We talk about his transition to the front door, the sacrifices everyone had to make to and some of the ridiculousness of Chase Fraser.We also talk about the quiet moments to himself after what was a very emotional year both on and off the floor. Plus, we'll answer some of your questions, give you another chance to win with CoolBet and more- as we get set to go on summer vacation- this week on OTCB.

This week on the OTCB Podcast we welcome back long time friend of the show, and one of the original TFLs- Steve Govett.Steve is no stranger to starting up new ventures and last week he helped announce the latest- the NLL Alumni Club. There's nearly 40 years of professional indoor lacrosse alumni and this will be a great way to keep all those former players, staff and even fans connected. And don't forget about the collectibles!We'll get his thoughts on the NLL Finals and see if there's any new information on LA28.But the big news is, that's its NLL Finals week as the Saskatchewan Rush eliminated the Halifax Thunderbirds in dramatic fashion over the weekend. Down two with under a minute to play, some fans were leaving SaskTel- and if they did, they missed on the wildest finishes in league history. It sets up a rematch of the 2016 NLL Finals between the Rush and the reining, defending two-time back to back Champion Buffalo Bandits. We'll break it down, answer your questions and give you two different chances to win with CoolBet. All that and more on this week's OTCB

This week on the OTCB Podcast we welcome back our good buddy from the Halifax Thunderbirds, Clarke Petterson.A second 100+ point season boosted by a career high 70 assists saw Petterson once again, take his game to another level on the Atlantic Coast. His chemistry with Staats and Hoggarth have created a real problem for opposing defenses.Unfortunately for Petterson and the TBirds, their backs are against the wall down one game to none in their semi-final series with the Rush. The good news is, there's still games to play and but it's now or never. The Bandits advanced with a two game sweep of the Warriors, as Chase Fraser added to his audacious highlight reel. Buffalo will be appearing in their FIFTH STRAIGHT NLL FINALS!We'll answer you questions, talk some NLL Awards, and give you another chance to win with CoolBet. All that and more, on this week's OTCB

This week on the OTCB Podcast we preview the final four teams with four outstanding guests. Cody Janzen and Maki Jenner will join us to break down the series between the Rush and Thunderbirds that will start in Halifax. Then, Tino Fera and Steve Bermel stop by to set up Warriors and Bandits that gets underway Friday night. We'll recap the quarterfinals, answer some of your questions and get you set for the best-of-three semifinals. Plus we'll give you another chance to win with Coolbet. All that and more this week, on OTCB